Prototype Fabrication Manager

Anduril

Costa Mesa, California, United States
Base: $120,000 - $180,000 usd; bonus/equity: highl...
On-site
10+ years prototype fabrication experience
3+ years managing fabricators and machinists
Manual mill and lathe operations knowledge
Anduril is a defense technology company transforming military capabilities with advanced AI and autonomy systems

Job Summary

  • Anduril is a defense technology company transforming military capabilities with advanced AI and autonomy systems.
  • The role requires leading a skilled team to convert engineering concepts into physical hardware while ensuring safety and quality.
  • Candidates must be a U.S. Person due to required access to export-controlled information and facilities.

Matching Summary

Anduril is a defense technology company transforming military capabilities with advanced AI and autonomy systems.

Salary

Base: $120,000 - $180,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Highly competitive equity grants included; Benefits: Top-tier benefits package available at little to no cost

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years prototype fabrication experience
  • 3+ years managing fabricators and machinists
  • Manual mill and lathe operations knowledge
  • Welding processes GMAW FCAW GTAW
  • Review technical drawings and CAD outputs

Nice-to-have

  • CAD design software experience
  • Jira and Confluence project management
  • Aerospace or defense industry background
  • Experience with design reviews
  • Shop equipment selection expertise

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years in prototype fabrication or job shop
  • 3+ years supervising shop-floor teams
  • U.S. Person status required for security clearance
  • Working knowledge of welding and machining processes
  • Experience managing raw materials and inventory

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. Person

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